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Minutes of a Meeting of the North Olmsted Parks and Recreation Commission September 14, 2009 Mr. DiSalvo said that Chris did notify them four months out; again, it seemed like it was a last minute thing, but it wasn’t, making it seem like we didn’t do our homework, that it was last minute’s notice, and that’s not true at all. The Commissioner believed that he forwarded everyone an e-mail shortly after that meeting and, again, that was a hot issue, but I decided, and Chris had this accomplished four months prior; the parents made it sound like we just handed it to them. Mr. DiSalvo was just saying his piece at this time, letting the Commission members know why, at times, the ball is seemingly dropped when there was plenty of notice, though he admires their enthusiasm and their pursuit to keep what they had, but the Rec Department doesn’t make sudden decisions like that. It’s always checked through; the Commission and John (Dailey) are informed. Discussion then ensued among the members as to raising it slowly or raising it directly to $95. Mr. DiSalvo said that $95 is the rate. Ms. Drenski said the Rec doesn’t do it differently for any other programming. Mr. Mahoney said that the claim (of the residents) was noticed, and that was the idea. Mr. Lasko agreed whether right or wrong, that was the sentiment that ruled the day. Clearly now, that issue, as Mr. Mahoney indicated, has been resolved. Let Mr. Lasko back up: he thinks it would be resolved if, in fact, it were published now. Mr. DiSalvo said this was true, absolutely. Notice will be sent immediately. Speed Bumps Mr. Dailey said that Norm Baxter had brought this up at the last meeting. The speed bumps, if small enough, can be installed by the Service Department; if not, we will have to hire a contractor. However, Service Director Limpert has said that we can probably get it done in-house. NEW BUSINESS Dogs in the Park Mr. Baxter noted that in one of the Council notes he had taken, there was a discussion about allowing dogs in the Park. He’s not certain where Council came out on that. Did Mr. DiSalvo know anything on that? Mr. Dailey said no, it’s on first reading tomorrow with Council. It will be introduced by Mayor O’Grady tomorrow evening. Council will have a Committee meeting some time next week in Mr. Mahoney’s Committee to discuss it further there. It was brought up by a resident to Council by noting that we are one of the only communities in the area that doesn’t allow dogs in the Park. It will be interesting to see how responsible most dog owners are against those that are not. The dogs must be attached with a leash, non-retractable leash. We will also go with some bag dispensers, such as the ones at the Crocker Park location, for dog clean up. Mr. Baxter asked if this was something this Commission should weigh in at all. Mr. Dailey said that if the Commission has an opinion on it, absolutely. Mr. Groden said the floor is opened to the Commission right now for discussion on this matter. Mr. Baxter thinks it’s a legitimate use of the Park, as long as it’s permitted with appropriate signage. It also may be a part of putting vandalism aside if people are out walking their dogs, Page 8